Miniota Herald in Miniota, Manitoba

Manitoba Tories Abolish Estate and Mineral Taxes

Premier Sterling Lyon's new Progressive Conservative government moves to end succession duties and gift taxes and abolish the mineral acreage levy in the first session of the 31st Legislature. A two point personal and small business income tax cut for 1978 is announced, with modest savings outlined for families and individuals. Opposition parties criticize the measures, while ministers defend them as economic stimuli and a step toward business confidence. The short session ran 13 days from November 24, costing $126,490, with MPs receiving salaries plus expenses.